Shockwave Therapy

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How Does Shockwave Work?

It involves the use of a medical device to pass shockwaves through the skin to the injured part of the body. The shockwaves are generated by a projectile that is propelled at high speed inside a hand-held applicator.

As the shockwaves enter the body, they initiate an inflammatory-like response in the injured tissue that is being treated. This prompts the body to respond by increasing blood circulation, stimulating the body’s natural healing process, and breaking down calcium deposits in tendons.

What makes it unique is that it is one of the very few technologies that seems to work best when an injury reaches the chronic state. This shockwave appears to be able to jump start the healing process in chronic injuries and move them back into the acute phase of healing.

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How Can It Help Me?

Shockwave therapy can be used to treat a wide range of conditions or injuries such as:

Achilles Tendinopathy
Plantar Fasciitis (incl. heel spur)
Patellar Tendinopathy
Hamstring Tendinopathy
Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
Golfers Elbow
Tennis Elbow
Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy (incl. Calcification)

It can also benefit you as a treatment due to the following benefits:

It offers advantages over traditional surgical methods:
No anaesthesia
Non-invasive
No medication
No surgery
Fast treatment
Fewer complications
Virtually painless after treatment
Quick recovery and quick results

What To Expect

An assessment takes place prior to treatment to ensure shockwave is appropriate.

Shockwave is carried out at Good Health Centre by our fully qualified team. Appointments are 30 minutes and requires no injections, medication, or surgery.

A course of shockwave usually requires three to four sessions, which will include advice on rehabilitation and exercise.

Cautions & Care

During the treatment you will experience some pain/discomfort, but this should be bearable. Potential short-lived side effects after the treatment are:

Bruising
Swelling
Redness
Numbness in the area

Please note: Shockwave treatment is not normally suitable for patients who:

Are pregnant
Have a tumour (at/near the site of treatment)
Have an infection at the site of treatment
Are undergoing anticoagulation therapy
Have a pacemaker fitted
Have had recent steroid injections (within the last 12 weeks)
Are under 18 years of age
Have a joint replacement or metal implant in the treatment area
Have a bleeding disorder (such as Haemophilia)

Useful Links

Achillis tendinitis:
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ipg571/chapter/4-Efficacy#extracorporeal-shockwave-therapy-eswt-for-non-insertional-mid-portion-achilles-tendinopathy

Trochanteric bursitis
https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ipg376/chapter/2-The-procedure

Expert Shockwave Therapy:

You can book an appointment quickly and easily online by clicking below, if you have any questions prior to booking please get in touch with us on 0113 237 1173 or Email Us and one of the team will be in touch asap!

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Back Pain

If you have back pain, whether new or long-term, you know how it can interfere with your daily life.

Knee Pain

If you have knee pain, you’re not alone. Frequent knee pain affects around one in four adults.

Neck Pain

From a wry neck to arthritis, muscle spasm to a ‘dowager’s hump’, necks are a common source of pain.

Shoulder Pain

Under normal circumstances, the shoulder has the greatest mobility of any of the body’s joints. But when something goes wrong, it can mean pain, limitation and frustration.

Sciatica

Sciatica refers to pain that runs from the low back into the buttock and down the back of the thigh. It may go below the knee and into the foot.

Heel Pain

There are many causes of heel pain. These include plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinosis, heel spurs, and stress fractures.

What our patients say

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   James Fletcher 
 2024-04-12
 
 
  I started seeing Josh last year in preparation of my first marathon. I'm a big believer that prevention is better than the cure and I felt I was carrying a few minor ailments. I see him every 6-8 weeks and discuss my current training and niggles which he works on resolving and suggests different exercises and stretches to improve moving forward. Following the sessions I feel more flexible and balanced and I'm training for my second marathon.

I'd highly recommend the Good Health Centre and Josh. He's a great osteopath and person!
  
 
       
   Chris Dietz 
 2024-04-11
 
 
  Josh is an excellent osteopath (with physiotherapy experience). He is a keen runner and so has great insight into running injuries. When I first went to see him I had been misdiagnosed twice and was feeling quite helpless. In our first session he diagnosed me with an adductor tendinopathy and gave me a rehab plan that developed through our sessions. After a handful of appointments I am back running and will definitely be back for checkups to avoid future injuries. I would recommend Josh to anyone with a running injury. 💯
  
 
       
   Jessica 
 2024-04-10
 
 
  Currently seeing osteopath here who is lovely and very soothing touch with my sciatica. I've been popping so many painkillers as the pain in my leg has been so extreme.
I'm hoping she can cure my bad sciatica altogether... Well worth the price not to mess your stomach up from all those painkillers!!
  
 
       
   john whitehead 
 2024-04-05
 
 
  Great clinic. Quick appointments. My treatment from osteopath Ioannis is excellent. Don't think I'll need to go back, but have made an appointment just in case.
Highly recommended
  
 
       
   stephen ongley 
 2024-03-23
 
 
  Excellent levels of expertise!
  
 
       
   Lucy F 
 2024-03-12
 
 
  Had Mummy MOT - very informative, professional, and comfortable setting. Listened to and supported with my concerns. Would recommend.
  
 
       
   Fee 
 2024-03-07
 
 
  I was seen by Simon today to review an ACL injury. Simon combined gentle manipulation with acupuncture, and gave clear guideance around exercises I can do to help my healing process. The reception team are so welcoming adding to the experience of the centre, love my chats about the science of curly hair!
  
 
       
   Anne-Marie Owen 
 2024-03-03
 
 
  The Good Health Centre is a very welcoming and professional clinic. I see Josh for osteopathy here, and he is excellent.
  
 
       
   Rebecca Burrows 
 2024-02-27
 
 
  Excellent! Adnaam was delightful and has really good diagnosis and treatment. Back is already feeling a lot better after 1 visit and exercises. Really detailed and easy to understand and execute. Reception team are delightful and really helpful following any questions I had :) Highly recommend